Application of Genetic Algorithm to Optimize Coverage in Shadow Regions in 5G and 6G Millimeter Wave Communication Systems

The paper discusses application of a genetic algorithm to increasing the coverage area of a 5G FR2 and 6G millimeter wave base station using Reconfigurable Intelligent Surfaces (RIS) to cover shadow zones behind obstacles. RISs are installed on board of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV) that can change their positions easily. It is shown that significant increase in the coverage area can be achieved.